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Journeys of Paul Greece, Turkey and Rome

May 16-28, 2012 13 Day Journeys of Paul Cruise - Tour Hosted by: Dr. Kenton and Benita Lee

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Dear Friends,

Benita and I are so excited to present this opportunity to you! The “JOURNEYS OF PAUL” is a land and cruise tour that will be inspiring, informative, spiritual and

• beautiful. The apostle Paul was God’s chosen vessel to

bring the Good News to many places, islands and continents alike. His influence in the founding of the Early Church, his New Testament letters and his travels are remarkable! This tour will trace many of places Paul visited, including Ephesus, Patmos, Athens and Rome. These cities and their sights tell us much about church history. They also contain some of the world’s greatest art treasures. Please take a look at the power point that’s been prepared. This will give you a taste of some of the sites we will be visiting. The attached brochure breaks down the itinerary and costs. Finally, pray about coming with us on the “JOURNEYS OF PAUL” for a tour of a lifetime! God bless you.

• Dr. Kenton Lee

Minister of Worship and Creative Arts Life Center Tacoma, WA 253-756-9253

Rome

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Athens Istanbul Corinth

Where in the World are we Going?

Ephesus

8–day, 7–night Greek Isle Cruise

with Louise Cruises

Day 1 May 16 Wed Depart Seattle for Athens, Greece Day 2 May 17 Thur Arrive in Athens, transfer to hotel in Athens for overnight Day 3 May 18 Fri Tour Athens – old and new. Embarkation Day 4 May 19 Sat Istanbul Day 5 May 20 Sun Istanbul Day 6 May 21 Mon Mykonos Day 7 May 22 Tues Patmos and Kusadasi Day 8 May 23 Wed Rhodes Day 9 May 24 Thur Crete and Santorini Day 10 May 25 Fri Athens, disembark Tour Corinth, overnight cruise to Rome Day 11 May 26 Sat Half-Day Tour Ancient Rome, free time in afternoon Day 12 May 27 Sun Half-Day Tour Christian Rome, free time in the afternoon Day 13 May 28 Mon Depart Rome and arrive in Seattle

Your Journey…….

Athens

• One of the Oldest Cities in the World
• Continuously in habited for 3,400 years
• Known as birthplace of Civilization and Democracy
• Leading city of Ancient Greece
• 495-429 BC construction of monuments such as Parthenon
• Today Athens population is over 3 million
• Home of the first modern Olympics in 1896 and Olympics of 2004

Parthenon – A Temple dedicated to Athena. Built in 5th century BC as a monument to the cultural and political achievements. The Theatre of Dionysus was a major open-air theatre in Athens, one of the earliest theaters in the world, where plays were performed at festivals in honour of the god Dionysus. The porch of the maidens – supporting columns. Part of the Erectheum, the tiny temple commemorating Athena’s victory over

• Poseidon. Four of the
• riginal Maidens can be

found in the Acropolis Museum. Temple of Olympian Zeus. Fifteen of the 104 Corinthian columns remain standing. Acropolis means upper city where the inhabitants can go as a place of refuge in times of invasion.

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Welcome Aboard…....

Cristal

Dining on board…….

On Deck…….

Staterooms…….

Istanbul

• The only city on two continents

Asia and Europe – separated by Bosphorus Strait

• Home to 3 major Empires –

The Roman Empire (330-395) Byzantine Empire (395-1453) Ottoman Empire (1453-1923)

• Republic of Turkey was proclaimed in 1923
• 13 million residents –

largest metropolitan area in Europe

• Language spoken – Turkish
• Freedom of religion (with restrictions)

97% Muslim 3% are Christian – Greek Orthodox, Armenian Apostolic, Catholic, Protestant

Bosphorus Blue Mosque

Interior lined with more than 20,000 handmade ceramic tiles, made at Iznik, ancient Nicaea. Built between 1609-1616.

Hagai Sophia

Originally built as a

• church. From 360 to

1453 it was the Cathedral of Constantinople. In 1453 Ottomans converted into a

• mosque. Now a

museum.

Grand Bazaar

One of the largest and

• ldest covered markets

in the world – 4,000

• shops. 250,000 to half

million visitors daily.

Topkapi Palace

Ottoman Sultans primary residence for 400 years. Largest collection of Chinese

• porcelain. Royalty robes,

weapons, shields, treasures and jewelry all on display.

Sites of Istanbul

Mykonos

A picturesque Island with a maze of tiny streets and whitewashed steps lanes, houses and hundreds of tiny

• chapels. A short

walk through the village will take you to the windmills, then enjoy shopping or find a café on the waterfront and enjoy the sunset.

Windmills, the most recognized landmarks of the

• island. Sixteen windmills on

the island, most built in the 16th century, were used as wheat mills, an important source of income.

Patmos

• Patmos is a small island, 10 miles

long by 6 miles wide.

• Patmos was used by the Romans

for political agitators and others who threatened the peace of the empire.

• John was banished to Patmos in

AD 95 and while on Patmos he wrote the Book of Revelation.

• The traditional cave where John is

believed to have written the book of Revelation is found at the top of a winding road near the Monastery. “I John, who also am your brother, and companion in tribulation, and in the Kingdom and patience of Jesus Christ, was in the isle that is called Patmos, for the Word of God, and for the testimony of Jesus Christ.” Rev 1:9 Medieval Monastery of St. John

Rhodes

Inhabited since about 4000 BC. According to Acts 21:1, the Apostle Paul stopped at Rhodes near the end of his third missionary journey. One of the best preserved medieval towns in Europe In medieval times, Rhodes was an important Roman trading post and crossroads for ships sailing between Constantinople and Alexandria. One of the largest islands in the Aegean sea.

Ephesus

• More than 250,000 inhabitants in the 1st century BC
• The second largest city in the world
• One of the greatest and richest idol temples in the world

Paul settled in Ephesus for more than 2 years. It became the center of his missionary activity during that time.

When Paul was accused of hurting the Artemis and her temple, the mob gathered together in this theater (Acts 19:23-41).

25,000 seat ancient theatre Library was 70 by 80 feet and held approximately 15,000 scrolls. Public Toilets Private home with beautiful frescos. Temple of Artemis

Santorini

Some claim Santorini has the best sunsets in the world.

The village is accessible only by mule or cable car.

See the traditional village with charming houses

• n narrow streets,

blue domed churches, and sun- bathed verandas. Its streets have plenty of tourist shops and cafés.

Knossos is Crete’s most famous monument from the great Minoan

• Civilization. Archaeological

discoveries revealed a civilization dating back to 4,000 BC. The largest of the Greek Islands. Crete is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse landscape.

Crete

Corinth

Corinth Canal – connects Ionian and Aegean Seas. Began with Nero in 67 AD but ships were pulled across the Isthmus on rollers until the 12th

• Century. In 1893, the 4-mile canal

was finally completed. Paul visited Corinth in the 50s AD and wrote 1st and 2nd Corinthians from here. During his 2nd visit he wrote

• Romans. Worked

as a tentmaker with Aquila and Priscilla.

Ancient Rome Christian Rome Board an overnight cruise to Rome…….

Entertainment with wild beast and gladiators in 55,000 seat theatre. Pantheon – the best preserved in Ancient Rome. Forum was the center of political and social activity. Sistine Chapel

• St. Peter’s

Basilica Catacombs underground burial places for Christians.

Explore some of Rome’s many fountains, monuments and statues in your free time

Streets of Rome

May 16-28, 2012 13-Day Tour hosted by: Dr. Kenton and Benita Lee

Greek Isle Cruise Istanbul, Ephesus, Patmos, Rhodes, Crete, and Mykonos In Athens Acropolis, Mars Hills, Corinth In Rome Coliseum, Sistine Chapel, Vatican and Catacombs Tour Price: $3625* per person plus tax and fuel surcharge and port charges Tour Price is based on estimated airfare in the lowest class of service. Includes standard inside cabin on cruise

Additional Cost Estimates Tax and fuel surcharge approximately $500 Port taxes approximately $225 Cruise upgrade outside cabin $225 Cruise Shore Excursions at Ports of Call

Be prepared for a life-changing journey!!

Journeys of Paul Greece, Turkey and Rome